The Best Art And Design Local Shops In London – Oxo Tower Wharf

Monday, November 28th, 2016

I don’t know about you but the older I get the more conscious I am about what I buy. That’s why I think now it’s even more important than ever to pay attention to local shops. As you know, I am a huge fan of everything art and design related so that’s why I think the Oxo Tower Wharf is one big hidden gem in central London. Well, it’s not really hidden but I have the feeling not a lot of people know that it accommodates over 25 independent shops located on two floors in the front and the back of the building. It’s also surrounded by art such as the Mise-en-abyme created by artist duo de Allegri & Fogale.

Many of the local shops at Oxo Tower Wharf are studios as well as shops so you sometimes will be able to see the designers in action. Just like Doreen who makes beautiful scarves on her weaving machine. What else can you find there? Jewellery, fashion, textiles, ceramics, glass, lighting, product design and interior accessories. I can’t tell you which shop is the best to be honest because they’re all so unique. It really depends on what you’re looking for but I’m 100% sure you will find something amazing.

Every year it’s almost a torture to find the right presents for my family. I have the feeling I gave them pretty much everything already. So it’s nice to actually tell them a little story about where their gift comes from and who the person is behind the design and the product. I love these little details and I think people with a conscious mind are looking out for products which are different and tell a story. It feels so much better than receiving a gift every second person will receive on Christmas. Would you agree?

Last but not least, if you’re interested in art and design exhibitions it’s worth checking out the back of the Oxo Tower Wharf and look for the premises of Bargehouse. From 2nd to 4th December 2016, The London Illustration Fair returns to the Bargehouse. I can’t wait to see the exhibition… and maybe go shopping after.

What Are The Best Christmas Gifts For Him This Year?

Sunday, November 13th, 2016

It’s that time of the year where I can finally start to think about Christmas again. Yay! Therefore, I couldn’t resist selecting the best Christmas gifts for him this year again. Yes, again! Because last year, my gift guide was a success. Finding a present for your friend, boyfriend, brother or father is not easy but I have found the coolest gifts for Xmas this year. Have a look at the below gifts and let me know what’s your favourite.

I’m always curious to discover new Xmas gift guides and I hope you’ll pick one of the best Christmas gifts for him this year. Unfortunately, I can’t reveal what I’m going to give to my boyfriend but I’ll let you know as soon as he unwraps the present. Luckily in Germany, we celebrate Christmas on the 24th of December so we don’t have to wait until Christmas Day.

Stay tuned for another gift guide soon! I have found so many amazing gift ideas but the worst is that I want to give them all to myself. I know, I know. That’s obviously super selfish and I’m not going to buy them (all) for myself. At least, my friends and family know that I really like the gifts because I would give them to myself. Is that bad or good?!

Back to the gifts for him… My favourite is the Tom Dixon Coffee Maker. I’d love to give this to my boyfriend as a present but unfortunately, he’s not a coffee drinker so it would be a little bit too obvious that this would be a present mainly for me hahaha

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